Jamie Kent – Co-Founder

Jamie has worked in the industry for over 18 years and is a Diploma qualified financial adviser, as well as a qualified mortgage and protection advisor. He quickly became an award-winning mortgage and protection adviser. Using his vast skillset, Jamie soon became the go-to adviser for high net worth individuals and portfolio landlords, as well as very complex cases that require outside-the-box thinking. He is driven by service and is always able to find a solution, which are the core principles of Life Financial Solutions. His passion and energy has allowed him to grow the business and, with the help of his business partner, build one of the best specialist broker firms in the country.
 
In Jamie’s spare time, he enjoys spending time with his friends and family, and also has a season ticket at Arsenal. He is also a huge animal lover, and contributes to various charities including the Humane Society International and the RSPCA.

Jamie.Kent@Lifefs.com

Danny Sovitch – Co-Founder

Daniel has spent over 18 years in the property finance and mortgage lending sector. He started his career at one of the largest specialist lending master brokers and packager in the UK. Within a short space of time, he became a senior underwriter within the company whilst leading and managing one of their most successful underwriting teams.
 
With his background in underwriting and as a fully qualified mortgage and protection adviser, Daniel has a successful track record in simplifying complex mortgage cases and finding solutions. Working closely with some of the leading property auctioneers in the country, over the last 10 years he has become the ‘go to’ for specialist auction lending, such as bridging, development and commercial finance.
 
In his spare time, Daniel likes to spend time with his family and kids and enjoys his season ticket at Arsenal FC.

Daniel.Sovitch@lifefs.com

Adam Brand – Head of Sales and Operations  

Adam has 25 years’ experience working in the Mortgage Industry and co-owned Mortgage Brokerages prior to joining Life Financial. Adam is our recently appointed Group Operations and Sales Director, responsible for developing and maintaining key growth areas of the business, providing process driven structures and entrepreneurial solutions whilst overseeing the growth and running of Life Financial. Adam is an experienced and knowledgeable industry leader, and he is well known for developing strong key relationships, motivating staff and making sure all his clients have the best possible customer experience. Adam is extremely passionate about the industry and enjoys the challenges it constantly presents. He holds the certificate of mortgage advice and practice (CeMap).
 
Adam’s family is sport-obsessed, and he is proud of his cricket achievements, notably twice captaining Great Britain in the World Maccabi Games to Silver and Bronze medals. Adam is a lifelong QPR fan and season ticket holder.

Adam.Brand@lifefs.com

Lorraine Beckford – Practice Manager 

Lorraine has been the Practice Manager at Life Financial Solutions since 2017. She manages the mortgage administration team and ensures the smooth day-to-day running of the office. Lorraine previously held various positions within the legal sector managing mortgage repossession and re-mortgage teams, and this is where she developed her interest and enthusiasm for financial services.

Lorraine earned a Law Degree from the University of Wolverhampton in 1995 and is driven by the pursuit of client-driven focus, ideals and user experience. As well as being a fabulous cook, she loves travelling.

Lorraine.Beckford@lifefs.com

Hasan Acik – Mortgage Adviser

Hasan has worked in financial services for over 14 years. When looking at clients’ objectives, he provides a bespoke, seamless service to a range of clients.

Hasan prides himself on providing a professional, ethical and honest approach to meet individual needs, whether they are looking for that dream home or to save money by re-mortgaging. He offers an unbiased personal service to reflect his clients’ needs and expectations, from beginning to end.  This is based upon a whole of market proposition.

Hasan also specialises and can advise on buy to lets, let to buys, help to buy schemes, life assurance/critical illness, and a range of protection needs. He holds the certificate of mortgage advice and practice (CeMap).

On a personal side, Hasan lives with his fiancé, son and dog. He is an Arsenal fan and enjoys travelling and discovering new destinations.

Hasan.Acik@lifefs.com

Ricky Kennett – Protection Adviser

Ricky is highly motivated and team-orientated, with strong people and communication skills, as well as an excellent ability to build long-standing relationships and client trust.
 
Driven and focussed, Ricky enjoys the challenge of assessing a variety of client needs before effectively promoting the right benefits and solutions.
 
Ricky is a keen footballer and is passionate about Liverpool FC.

Ricky.Kennet@Lifefs.com

Darren Margolis – Protection Adviser

Darren has been a Protection Specialist for nearly 10 years. He began his career as a solicitor, where he worked in Private Practise focusing on Compliance and Litigation.
 
Darren always had a keen interest in Financial Services, which led to his love for Financial Protection, and he advises in Life Cover, Illness Cover, Income Protection, Private Medical Insurance and Key Person Cover. His passion to provide peace of mind to his clients is paramount to all he does, and they all experience a customer journey never to be forgotten.
 
Darren enjoys fitness classes at the gym and spending time with his young family, and he is a keen Arsenal Supporter

Darren.Margolis@Lifefs.com

Nicola Selwyn – Protection Manager

Nicola is the Protection Manager at Life Financial Solutions and has been in the Financial Services industry for three years.
 
Her role is to look after the Protection Team at LFS to ensure that all processes and procedures reflect the core purpose and value of the business. Nicola is responsible for case submission and administration of each policy that is submitted and ensures each case is managed as smoothly and efficiently as possible. She has in-depth knowledge of each insurer and is responsible for liaising with clients, providers and underwriters, and she has an excellent ability to build long-standing relationships.
 
In her spare time, Nicola enjoys baking and spending time with her family.

Nicola.Selwyn@lifefs.com

Client Relationship Manager

Her role as Client Relationship Manager is to assist the client from start to finish to ensure they have the best possible experience from us. Liaising with the client/solicitor/estate agent and Lender during the Mortgage process allows a smooth transaction for all parties concerned. Understanding the clients timings are essential in the role as is supporting the Mortgage Adviser. She has 2 years’ experience within the Financial Services Industry and Joined Life Financial in 2019.